Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2, 2026 · Effective: February 2, 2026
Forced Alpha ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website forcedalpha.com and use our services.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address when you subscribe to alerts or create an account
- Payment Information: When you upgrade to a paid plan, payment is processed by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details.
- Communications: When you contact us via email or support channels
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referral sources
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
- IP Address: Used for security, fraud prevention, and approximate location (country/region level)
- Cookies: Essential cookies for functionality and analytics cookies for understanding usage patterns
2. How We Use Your Information
- Send you trade alerts, convergence notifications, and service updates
- Process payments and manage your subscription
- Improve our service based on usage patterns and feedback
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK, we process your data based on:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|
| Providing our services | Contract performance |
| Sending service communications | Contract performance |
| Marketing emails (with consent) | Consent |
| Analytics and improvement | Legitimate interest |
| Security and fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation |
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (authentication, security)
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand usage patterns. You can opt out at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Cloudflare (hosting/security), Google Analytics (analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
6. Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active, plus 30 days after deletion request
- Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
- Analytics Data: Aggregated data retained indefinitely; individual data deleted after 26 months
- Email Logs: Retained for 12 months
7. Your Rights
For All Users
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing emails via unsubscribe link
Additional Rights for EEA/UK Residents (GDPR)
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Restriction: Request restricted processing of your data
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (doesn't affect prior processing)
- Lodge Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority
Additional Rights for California Residents (CCPA)
- Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected
- Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights
To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@forcedalpha.com. We will respond within 30 days (or 45 days for complex requests).
8. International Data Transfers
We are based in the United States. If you access our services from outside the US, your data may be transferred to and processed in the US. For EEA/UK users, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for data transfers.
9. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure payment processing via Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant)
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Access controls and authentication
No system is 100% secure. If you believe your account has been compromised, contact us immediately.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, contact us immediately.
11. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Polymarket, SEC EDGAR). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing personal information.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be notified via email or site notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
13. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
This privacy policy is compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.